Auto Box into Mk1 GTi

[pacman]

I'm looking to convert a manual Y-Reg GTi to automatic but have no idea what auto box was used in the Mk1 or if it was shared with another VW models so i could try and source a second hand one.

Has anyone got any info on it? 

[rubjonny]

pretty much any 1.6+ MK1/2/3 golf auto box will do you, probably Passats too?  Main issue you're going to have is finding the MK1 specific mounts and shifter bits, throttle linkages/cables, pedal box etc.  Maybe put up a wanted see if anyone has gone the other way!  Scirocco inj prob only place to get some of the bits, I dont think VAG ever made auto MK1 GTIs!

[pacman]

yeah i thought as much, i know the Mk1 Clipper definitely came with an auto box and with it being a 1.8 i assumed it would do, its just trying to find one breaking. Just wasn't sure if any tall block engines would have a suitable box. I guess if i found a Mk1 clipper breaking i could use the linkages and pedal box from that   

No don't think there was an auto Mk1 GTi but then again there may have been one for the US? 

Not much point in putting a wanted ad here as i live in northern ireland and wouldn't like to try and get a gearbox shipped over 

[sk8boy73]

saw a mk1 gti auto in an auction a few yes ago.
was gonna buy it until a saw it was an auto

[rubjonny]

ah yes of course, clipper would be a good source of parts if you can find a 1.8 inj model with auto.  Most of the bits are not engine specific, MK1 tintop, cab, rocco etc will all fit just the actual engine bits you need from a 1.8/1.6 inj model.  Then you want an autobox with ratios designed for a 1.8 inj lump too, though i dont really know how much ratios differ between boxes.